Section Manager – Civil (Power)

Burns & Mcdonnell India

The Role

Overview

Lead civil engineers, oversee design, safety, QA/QC, staffing and project workload.

Key Responsibilities

  • technical guidance
  • qa/qc
  • workload planning
  • innovation
  • mentoring
  • recruiting

Tasks

-Provide continuous mentoring and constructive feedback throughout the year and conduct mid-year as well as annual performance evaluations for the staff. -Supplement the department manager and be responsible for fostering a healthy and vibrant employee-owner culture within the team, leveraging sound team-building practices, administration of effective conflict resolution, promotion of ownership mentality, and exhibiting the MacCulture principals. -Ensure compliance with company safety policies. -Provide technical and design guidance and support. -Foster innovation for continual improvement in project execution methods and design tools used within the section to improve quality and productivity. -Responsible for interpreting policies, purposes, and goals of the organization to staff. -Responsible for QA/QC process adherence within the section. Work towards common goals and objectives of the department, global practice, and the company. -Approve timecards and watch over billable time for employees in the section. -Plan and manage project workload for assigned staff, recommend hiring or loaning when needed. -Supporting or leading portions of Department meetings. -Implement, apply and support the company and global practice programs and initiatives, successfully navigating and managing change within the section. -Work to develop the careers of team members in the section to grow strategically with the other members of the department in Mumbai. -Effectively recruit, develop, train and retain staff to contribute toward department and global practice goals.

Requirements

  • civil engineering
  • design experience
  • power civil
  • communication
  • adaptability
  • leadership

What You Bring

-Experience interviewing and recruiting with Burns & McDonnell. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to clearly and effectively present complex information to all levels of employees and management. -Strong preference for the following: -Minimum 5 years related design experience. -Demonstrate creativity, foresight, and mature judgment in anticipating and solving problems and making informed decisions. -Ability to thoughtfully and positively influence, lead, and manage change. -Disciplined and accountable leader who is adaptable to change, innovative and technologically strong, focused on problem-solving, open to continuous learning, able to balance the needs of both customers and employees, and aligned with the company’s vision. -History of high performance as demonstrated and documented in the Burns & McDonnell performance management system. -Expected to maintain about 50%-60% of self-billability while performing above responsibilities. -Minimum 2 years of experience with the company and a Power Civil background preferred. -Bachelor’s degree in the civil engineering field. -High adaptability to new tools and processes. -Be available and approachable for employees to resolve their challenges and queries.

The Company

About Burns & Mcdonnell India

-Founded with a vision to tackle complex engineering challenges, the company is a key player in providing full-service engineering, architecture, and construction solutions. -Recognized across various industries for its expertise in infrastructure, energy, and industrial projects. -Involved in high-impact, high-visibility projects, from designing intricate power plants to constructing large-scale transportation networks. -Significantly contributes to renewable energy sectors, driving both wind and solar energy projects. -Excels at bringing innovative, sustainable designs to life, often serving as the main contractor for projects of national significance. -Operates across critical industries like utilities, energy, and government sectors, showcasing versatility and expertise in handling large-scale, complex undertakings. -Continues to shape the future of engineering in India and beyond through creativity, technical expertise, and industry needs understanding.

Sector Specialisms

Oil and Gas

Chemical and Petrochemical

Transmission and Distribution

Energy

Environmental Services

Food and Consumer Products

Water

Power

Transportation

Aviation

Manufacturing